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Lately, there’s been a lot of focus on whose names are in history books and on monuments, streets and buildings, especially after the recent protests over racial injustice. So how can you request to have a Charlotte street renamed?

In September 2019, hip-hop publication XXL posed a question: “Is North Carolina next up?” What they're referring to, in part, is the A+ rap and hip-hop talent coming out of North Carolina including prominent names like J. Cole, DaBaby and Lute. When it comes to Southern-fried rap and hip-hop in the Queen City, Elevator Jay is the name to know as the king of country rap in Charlotte.

Across North Carolina, health care workers are rolling up their sleeves to get the COVID-19 vaccine. The first shipments of vaccine doses arrived at hospitals this week after being developed and approved in record time. So how does the vaccine work? And when can you expect to get a shot? FAQ City answers your questions.

You’ve probably seen those electric vehicle charging stations outside grocery stores and other businesses. How do they work? And what kind of insurance do you need for EVs? FAQ City powers through more of your questions about electric vehicles.

People all over the world celebrate Hanukkah by lighting candles on the menorah and feasting on fried foods.

Friday, August 17th, 2018On this week's special Local News Roundup live at The People's Market - a meeting was held this week on the fate of the I-77 toll…

Thursday, July 12, 2018Mike Collins talks with local independent bookstore owner Sally Brewster from Park Road Books about her picks for summer…

Donald Trump leaves D.C. on a wave of pardons, including one for Robin Hayes. Charlotte City Council begins accepting applications for a replacement for longtime Councilman James Mitchell. Insider trading investigations into Sen. Richard Burr have been dropped, and we get an update on the virus and the vaccine.

There was controversy this week over the chosen leader for the Mayor’s Racial Equity Initiative. After months of absence, County Commissioner Ella Scarborough goes on paid medical leave. Mask rules are changing around the country and those changes may be coming to Mecklenburg County. And CMPD lays out its plan to reduce crime. Those and other stories with Mike Collins and local reporters.

On the Local News Roundup: The time at hotels for former residents of the homeless encampment known as Tent City comes to an end. Mecklenburg County and Novant Health employees lose their jobs for not complying with COVID-19 vaccine requirements. And schools continue to be embroiled in mask mandate controversies.

The Charlotte-Mecklenburg school board voted this week to maintain a mask mandate in schools, while Lincoln County's school board voted to make masks optional. Union County Public Schools stopped contact tracing and quarantines, but state health officials told the school board there to follow COVID-19 requirements or face possible legal action. Mecklenburg County employees are suspended for noncompliance of COVID testing rules and fear is high at three area schools connected to recent shootings.

The city of Charlotte approves new redistricting maps but leaves Hidden Valley residents upset. There's turmoil in Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools surrounding guns and violence and many in the community are blaming superintendent Earnest Winson. Questions we raised last week about Atrium Health’s request for money are also raised at the county commission meeting. And Cam Newton is headed back to Charlotte and the Carolina Panthers.

On the Local News Roundup: Mike Collins recaps the lesser-known Mecklenburg County races from this week’s election day. Mask mandates get a second look in Mecklenburg. Vaccines for kids 5 to 11 have been approved and are on their way. And guns found at Huntersville's Hopewell High School prompts discussion among CMS leaders about security.

On this week's Local News Roundup: Mecklenburg County says our COVID-19 positivity numbers are not good enough to remove the mask mandate. Gov. Roy Cooper says he’ll sign the budget bill after an interminable delay, saying the good “outweighs the bad.” Hundreds of Hopewell High School parents attend a town hall after guns were found at school, and Cam Newton returns to the Panthers with surprising success.

Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools ends the school year with headlines ranging from confiscated guns to a possible bond package and a lawsuit over the handling of a sexual assault. The Charlotte City Council begins discussions over its proposed $275 million Spectrum Center plans and new practice center for the Hornets, and makes changes to the Unified Development Ordinance after hearing from residents.

Gov. Roy Cooper extends Phase 3 and orders lower limits for indoor gatherings as COVID cases rise. CMS pauses its plan to bring middle school students back – but they’re blaming a bus driver shortage. Thom Tillis declares victory as Cal Cunningham concedes. And Mecklenburg County is one of five counties cutting ties with Cardinal Innovations Healthcare.

Friday, January 15, 2021`This week, Mecklenburg County’s health director said “stay home” as COVID-19 surges — and that led CMS to change its plans to bring kids back to the classroom. City Council explored transit and term limits. And COVID-19 vaccine priorities began to take shape in Charlotte and around the state.

Early voting begins. Mecklenburg County leaders discuss a long-term approach to stopping violence called “The Way Forward.” The Charlotte Regional Transportation Planning Organization meets with state DOT officials about new I-77 toll lanes. Mayor Vi Lyles says Charlotte will learn from mistakes made in the hiring of an uncertified vendor. And, the Hornets start the season with a win despite an injured LaMelo Ball.

On the Charlotte Talks local news roundup, the trial in which a former Myers Park High School student is suing Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is underway. The Cotswold Chick-fil-A will become drive-through only. And Attorney General Josh Stein gets in the governor’s race early. Mike Collins and local journalists cover those stories and more.

David Tepper makes another coaching change. Panthers Coach Matt Rhule is out. CATS CEO John Lewis resigns. The Brooklyn Village mixed-use development project is on track to start construction, but concerns remain over the amount of affordable housing included. CMPD releases third-quarter crime numbers. Crime is up. And Lamelo Ball may miss the Hornets' season opener because of a sprained ankle. Mike Collins and our roundtable of reporters detail those and other stories.